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Research and Clinical Validation of a Wearable Device-Based Remote Rehabilitation System for Postoperative Rotator Cuff Injury
Led by Peking University Third Hospital · Updated on 2026-03-10
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are studying patients who have undergone their first shoulder rotator cuff surgery and have small to medium rotator cuff tears confirmed by MRI. The study aims to evaluate and compare the effects of rehabilitation using an online wearable device system versus traditional offline rehabilitation. This randomized controlled trial investigates how wearable device training influences functional recovery after rotator cuff surgery. Participants begin their assigned rehabilitation starting from the fifth week after surgery and continue until the twelfth week, covering a total of 8 weeks. One group uses wearable sensors with guidance from the 'Fugu Medical Mini Program' to train independently at least three days a week for 50 minutes each session. The other group receives traditional rehabilitation guided by therapists with the same frequency and duration. During the study, participants will undergo various functional tests and assessments before surgery and at multiple follow-up points (1, 3, and 6 months after surgery). These include joint range of motion, stability tests, shoulder mobility, strength tests, and surface electromyography. Additional assessments like the Constant-Murley score and shoulder-specific questionnaires will also be collected. Patients are monitored throughout the study to track recovery and treatment effects over six months.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Research and Clinical Validation of a Wearable Device-Based Remote Rehabilitation System for Postoperative Rotator Cuff Injury
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Age 18 years or older
- First-time rotator cuff injury surgery performed at Peking University Third Hospital
- MRI shows a tear smaller than 3 cm, confirmed by at least three musculoskeletal rehabilitation radiologists
- Own a mobile device with internet access capable of using mobile apps
- Able to complete the study and follow-ups within 6 months after discharge
- No visual, hearing, cognitive, or communication impairments
- Able to provide informed and valid consent to participate
You will not qualify if you...
- Serious cardiovascular or cerebrovascular diseases, or cervical spondylosis with nerve damage
- Cognitive impairment or vision problems
- Stroke, rheumatic disease, neurological disorders, or diseases limiting physical or cardiopulmonary function in past 2 years
- Prior shoulder joint injury or surgery within past 6 months
- Unable to complete the entire study or drop out midway
- Serious postoperative complications such as wound infection or venous thromboembolism
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 5 weeks
Participants recover from rotator cuff surgery before starting rehabilitation training.
No visits related to the intervention during this period
Duration - 8 weeks
Participants undergo rehabilitation training starting from the 5th week after surgery until the 12th week. They either use wearable device-based remote training or receive offline traditional rehabilitation under therapist guidance.
At least 3 training sessions per week, each lasting 50 minutes
Duration - Up to 6 months postoperative
Participants attend follow-up visits for functional tests and assessments of shoulder mobility, strength, and recovery at multiple timepoints.
Visits at 1 month, 3 months, and 6 months postoperative
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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Peking University Third Hospital
Beijing, China
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Research Team
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Shuang Ren, Doctor
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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